A full bar and coffee shop round things out and you'll want to come before a show to see all of the bits of Americana from the late 1800s and early 1900s. And the food is definitely worth checking out as well, with "cooked from scratch" favorites such as crab cake salad and Gulf shrimp pasta. Who knew an old tobacco barn could be such a great place to hear music? Dosey Doe has played host to artists from Mel Tillis to Clint Black and Jerry Jeff Walker to the Rippingtons. An ideal spot to sample local talent and also pick up a few records and CDs, perhaps the best part about shows at Cactus Music is that they're free.
This iconic Houston music store plays host to singer-songwriters most Saturdays. A perfect spot to relax, good tunes without a lot of hype. Funky and eclectic with bright lights and a bit of a vintage vibe, Big Top boasts "no cover ever" and a clever motto of "no phone-no pool-no pets." You'll discover fun new bands of many stripes and get to play foosball or shuffleboard with your buds. The Continental Club's sister lounge brings a little different action to Mid-Main. Grab a seat on the front patio which looks out on the bustle of Kirby. Dancing is a must here and weekends almost always bring a big crowd. But inside the relatively small space you'll find a lively hangout where there's always a little blues or zydeco playing. The Big Easy isn't much to look at from the outside, with its low-slung frame and Mardi Gras colored lights. If you want to relive your rave days and don't mind big crowds, you're home.Īt first glance, this dive-like lounge doesn't seem to fit with its surroundings on Kirby Drive north of Rice Village. If you want to order a drink with more than two ingredients, this probably isn't the place for you. What you will find: good indie bands, a big upstairs dance floor and a totally alternative crowd. What you won't find here: a cocktail menu, a collared shirt or an attitude. It just doesn't get more chill than Boondocks. Hosting a large outdoor stage, the bar offers live music Wednesday evening till Sunday evening as well as cocktails, wine, and local craft beers on tap guests can sip on in the garden. The bar hosts musicians of all genres, including jazz, soul, blues, latin, indie, electronic, experimental, world, ska, punk, pop, rock, classical, and more. Hammocks, live music and cocktails are what Axelrad is known for in the Museum District. The intimate space is beer and wine only with a few bites such as chicken and spinach quesadillas. But the tradition continues unabated as AFair offers a platform for balladeers with a unique sound. The Montrose restaurant/bar was a popular spot for artists such as Lovett as they began to gain popularity in the 70s and 80s. Check out our top 20 spots for tunes in the Bayou City.įar from the thump of rock and alternative venues, Anderson Fair is a haven for original, eclectic music performed largely by Texas singer/songwriters. After all, this is where Lyle Lovett and even ZZ Top got their start, bringing unique rhythm to a city with a storied musical history. Houston bars, clubs and music halls have long provided a springboard for a wide range of musicians.
"We're very engaged in normal circumstances, but we really ramped it up.The Houston Live Music Top 20 The best places in town to hear great bands "It's been a big part of our business during this COVID-19," he said. Customers who like what they see in these posts can call the store and place an order. For example, they posted all of the Bob Dylan albums they had available on the singer-songwriter's birthday earlier this month. The staff has been curating items from the store and posting them to their social media accounts. "We didn't receive any assistance money, so we're going to have to get a loan."ĭespite the circumstances, Cactus realizes they play an important role for local music lovers and they've been using social media to help sell records, gifts and more. "We're operating at a mere 20 to 25-percent of what we would normally bring in," Bishop said. That's allowed them to keep a limited number of staff employed, but this legendary Houston retailer has taken a big hit. Cactus has been offering curbside and to-go services since they closed in mid-March.
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